PV Subramanyam, a wealth coach and CEO of subramoney.com recently took to X and took pride not in his son’s income, but that he gets to have dinner with his son every day. However, this tweet has left the internet divided, with many questioning about not prioritising his son’s happiness, while others calling it a blessing.
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His tweet read, “My happiness is not that my son earns Rs. 5 crores in USA...but in the fact that he earns Rs. 50L and has DINNER with me every day.”
Reactions to Subramanyam PV’s post were mixed. Some criticized his perspective, pointing out concerns like his son living in India’s poor air quality, the potential financial loss of not pursuing higher-paying opportunities abroad, and questioning whether his son’s happiness was being considered. They felt a parent’s joy should stem from their child’s fulfillment and success.
On the other hand, many resonated with his sentiment, emphasizing the deep emotional value of family presence. They highlighted issues like loneliness among elderly parents, the overlooked blessing of having children nearby, and how the pursuit of wealth can strain emotional bonds. Some also shared personal experiences, noting that parents who prioritized sending their children abroad often ended up feeling isolated later in life.
PV Subramanyam is a Chartered Accountant (CA). He has worked as an auditor, then as an equity broker, mutual fund advisor and corporate finance advisor among many other job
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